Senior Trial Attorney (Remote - Connecticut)

Overview

Senior Trial Attorney role defending insured individuals and the Company in bodily injury, property damage, subrogation, and uninsured/underinsured motorist lawsuits, with in-house counsel duties to business clients.

What you'll do

• Represent insured individuals and the Company in the defense of bodily injury and property damage lawsuits, subrogation, and uninsured/underinsured motorist cases.
• Prepare thoroughly for and conduct hearings, trials, arbitrations, mediations, and depositions.
• Prepare and present pre- and post-trial motions effectively.
• Assist colleagues in resolving calendar conflicts in a collaborative manner.
• Offer counsel to business clients on day-to-day legal matters.
• Manage projects efficiently, fostering coordination and collaboration among legal teams.
• Keep abreast of and evaluate new laws, regulations, and case law; identify and summarize relevant issues; collaborate with other areas of the Law and Regulation (L&R) department.
• Provide proactive advice and counsel to business units on the impact of new laws and monitor legal representation.

What you'll need

• Juris Doctorate and active membership in good standing with the Connecticut State Bar.
• 4+ years of proven litigation experience or strong litigation-type skills, such as case strategy development, legal research, and advocacy, with the ability to manage complex disputes and work effectively under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research.
• Strong teamwork skills, able to collaborate effectively with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative assistants under the guidance of Lead Counsel.
• Capacity to independently manage an active caseload and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working in a remote/hybrid work environment and willing to travel throughout Connecticut, including to courts and legal venues in the Hartford and New Haven area, as needed.

Nice to have

• First or second chair jury trial experience.
• Proven experience with insurance defense.
• LexisNexis proficiency.

Details

• Location: Remote, Connecticut (USA).
• Eligible for a bonus plan.
• No supervisory duties.
• Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
• Candidates offered the position must submit to a background investigation.
• Compensation: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 annually, based on experience and qualifications.